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Please sit on the artwork

2007 November 9

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The Somerville Arts Council’s two-year quest to bring public art to Union Square bore fruit recently. Benches by five local artists have been installed. From an Arts Council release:

Nearly two years ago, through our ArtsUnion initiative, the Somerville Arts Council issued a request for proposals to develop benches, trash barrels, and information kiosks. The design criteria was simple: To create functional artistically derived street furniture; to develop work that reflects both the physical character of the square and attests to the artistic diversity of the community; and to support local artists and fabricators. Now, after two years, we’ve got the work in the ground.

If you happen to be in Union Square, make sure to check out the installation.